John McDowell

John McDowell

Trading Educator & Content Contributor

John McDowell is the Lead Content Strategist at TradingSim. His journey into day trading began in 2016 after conversations with a retired hedge fund manager. John is passionate about teaching and educating traders, curating content that helps others succeed in the stock market.

john@tradingsim.com

Candle Stick Patterns Explained | TradingSim

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Candlestick Patterns Explained: Bullish & Bearish Setups [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 29, 2026

Trading without candlestick patterns is a lot like flying in the night with no visibility. Sure, it is doable, but it requires special training and ...

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Candlestick Patterns Explained: Bullish & Bearish Setups [Updated July 2026]
SMCI parabolic run: day trade it in the Tradingsim simulator.

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Day Trading Demystified: A Comprehensive Guide to Using Demo Accounts [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 29, 2026

Beginner’s Guide to Day Trading in Demo Accounts So you want to be a day trader, huh? Alright. Well, your work is cut out for you. Chances are you've ...

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Day Trading Demystified: A Comprehensive Guide to Using Demo Accounts [Updated July 2026]
The Volatility Contraction Pattern (VCP): How To Day Trade It | TradingSim

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VCP Pattern: Volatility Contraction Trading Guide [Updated July 2026]

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The Volatility Contraction Pattern, or VCP, as it has come to be known, has been popularized by Mark Minervini in his books Think and Trade Like a ...

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VCP Pattern: Volatility Contraction Trading Guide [Updated July 2026]

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Mean Reversion Trading Strategies Explained [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 28, 2026

Mean Reversion Definition Reversion to the mean, or "mean reversion," is just another way of describing a move in stock prices back to an average. ...

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Mean Reversion Trading Strategies Explained [Updated July 2026]

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Power Hour in Stock Trading for Beginners [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 27, 2026

Power hour conjures a myriad of assumptions in stock trading. Could it be akin to happy hour, where everyone takes a shot if their trades go well? ...

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Power Hour in Stock Trading for Beginners [Updated July 2026]

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Mastering Stock Trading: Best Platforms, Simulators, and Strategies for Beginners [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 24, 2026

Stock trading can be a rewarding and profitable activity, but staying profitable can be challenging. Just like any other profession, stock trading ...

Mastering Stock Trading: Best Platforms, Simulators, and Strategies for Beginners [Updated July 2026]

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Harmonic Patterns in Stock Trading: Gartley, Bat, Butterfly & Crab [Updated July 2026]

Picture of John McDowell John McDowell : July 24, 2026

What are harmonic patterns in stock trading? Harmonic patterns are used in technical analysis that traders use to find trend reversals. By using ...

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Harmonic Patterns in Stock Trading: Gartley, Bat, Butterfly & Crab [Updated July 2026]
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